Which statement best describes the telework requirements for handling SCI?

• A. Telework is allowed only with approved secure remote access, devices, and networks; SCI should not be stored on personal equipment.
• B. Telework is allowed only with approved secure remote access, devices, and networks; SCI can be stored on personal equipment.
• C. Telework is prohibited.
• D. Telework is allowed with unapproved secure access.

Answer: (A)

Telework involving SCI requires a controlled, secure environment. Access must go through approved secure remote access, using devices and networks that have been validated for SCI use. This ensures proper protections such as encryption, strong authentication, auditing, and defined boundaries to prevent unauthorized access or data leakage. Storing SCI on personal equipment is prohibited because personal devices may not have the necessary safeguards, could connect to untrusted networks, or be accessed by others, increasing the risk of disclosure or compromise. Therefore, telework is allowed only under those secure, approved conditions, and SCI should not be stored on personal equipment.